{"product_id":"mathematics-for-human-flourishing-9780300237139","title":"Mathematics for Human Flourishing","description":"\u003cp\u003eWinner of the Mathematics Association of Americas 2021 Euler Book Prize  this is an inclusive vision of mathematicsits beauty  its humanity  and its power to build virtues that help us all flourish  This is perhaps the most important mathematics book of our time. Francis Su shows mathematics is an experience of the mind and  most important  of the heart.James Tanton  Global Math Project  A good book is an entertaining read. A great book holds up a mirror that allows us to more clearly see ourselves and the world we live in. Francis Sus Mathematics for Human Flourishing is both a good book and a great book.MAA Reviews  For mathematician Francis Su  a society without mathematical affection is like a city without concerts  parks  or museums. To miss out on mathematics is to live without experiencing some of humanitys most beautiful ideas.  In this profound book  written for a wide audience but especially for those disenchanted by their past experiences  an awardwinning mathematician and educator weaves parables  puzzles  and personal reflections to show how mathematics meets basic human desiressuch as for play  beauty  freedom  justice  and loveand cultivates virtues essential for human flourishing. These desires and virtues  and the stories told here  reveal how mathematics is intimately tied to being human. Some lessons emerge from those who have struggled  including philosopher Simone Weil  whose own mathematical contributions were overshadowed by her brothers  and Christopher Jackson  who discovered mathematics as an inmate in a federal prison. Christophers letters to the author appear throughout the book and show how this intellectual pursuit canand mustbe open to all.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45647038840885,"sku":"ByrdShop_0300237138","price":37.42,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8139\/0901\/files\/9780300237139.jpg?v=1781686550","url":"https:\/\/atxbooks.com\/products\/mathematics-for-human-flourishing-9780300237139","provider":"ATX Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}